The Detroit police officers union, as promised, went to court to try to stop the chief. The union has succeeded for the time being.

On Thursday, Detroit Police Officers Association President Joe Duncan said in a statement, "The DPOA is defending its position that the city of Detroit has legal obligation to collectively bargain. That is all we have ever wanted to do. We are quite pleased with Judge Murphy's ruling because while the city of Detroit is looking to get financial relief, this set of work rules goes far beyond that."

The city likely will appeal the case. This past week, Godbee said he expected the unions would fight his work rules tooth and nail. However, he said the changes are vital for a force which is already 140 officers over budget.

The next hearing for the temporary restraining order is in September.

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